Project Manager – Stamford, CT

Location: Stamford, Connecticut (serving CT, White Plains, NY, and Westchester County)

Company Type: Established Construction Management & General Contracting Firm

Salary Range: $155,000 – $185,000 (commensurate with experience) + Full Benefits + Incentives

Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

Work Arrangement: Office + Field-Based (on-site with some regional travel as required)

About the Company

Our client, a highly regarded Construction Management and General Contracting firm headquartered in Stamford, CT, is seeking a skilled Project Manager to join their team. Known for successfully delivering complex, high-profile projects across multiple sectors, this firm provides a collaborative environment where experienced professionals can make a direct impact.

About the Role

The Project Manager will take ownership of assigned projects, serving as the central point of contact for clients, subcontractors, and internal teams. This role requires strong leadership, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage all aspects of ground-up and interior construction projects simultaneously.

Project types include:

• Large-scale multifamily developments (market-rate, senior living, affordable housing)
• Healthcare facilities and medical offices
• Academic projects (K-12 and higher education)
• Hospitality and private club spaces
• Municipal, cultural, and institutional facilities

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of construction projects, from preconstruction planning through closeout.
• Develop, maintain, and monitor project schedules, budgets, and cost controls to ensure successful delivery.
• Coordinate and supervise subcontractors, vendors, consultants, and internal teams.
• Lead and facilitate project meetings with owners, architects, engineers, and subcontractors.
• Review drawings, specifications, and submittals for constructability and compliance.
• Oversee procurement processes including bid reviews, contract negotiations, and buyouts.
• Ensure strict compliance with safety protocols (OSHA and company-specific).
• Implement quality control programs, oversee punch lists, and resolve deficiencies.
• Prepare and submit monthly requisitions, financial forecasts, and project reports.
• Mentor and provide guidance to assistant project managers, project engineers, and junior staff.
• Represent the firm with professionalism while cultivating long-term client relationships.
• Utilize project management software (Procore, MS Project, Bluebeam) to manage RFIs, submittals, schedules, change orders, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or equivalent professional experience.
• 7+ years of project management experience with a construction management or general contracting firm.
• Proven ability to deliver ground-up and interior construction projects on time and within budget.
• Strong knowledge of construction scheduling, cost management, and risk mitigation.
• Proficiency in Procore, MS Project, and Microsoft Office Suite (Bluebeam experience a plus).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to foster strong partnerships with clients, subcontractors, and design teams.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary: $150,000 – $185,000 (commensurate with experience).
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.
• Performance-based incentives tied to project success.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a respected firm.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Our client provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.